51 16 210 Removing and installing/replacing trim for preselector lever (gearshift lever)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Apply parking brake
Engage neutral or move selector lever to N position
Remove gaiter (See 25 11 081 REPLACING GAITER (SHIFT LEVER COVER) FOR SHIFT LEVER )

NOTE: Removing the trim for the preselector lever or gearshift lever is virtually identical. Fig 1 and Fig 2 show the removal of the trim for the preselector lever in versions with automatic transmissions.

Unclip trim (1) from mounting points (2) all round in direction of arrow.

Raise trim (1), disconnect associated plug connections and remove towards top.

Fig 1: Uncliping Trim From Mounting

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Installation:

Make sure retainers (1) are correctly seated in their mounts.

Replacement:

Remove switch for hazard warning system/central locking (2). (See 61 31 079 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SWITCH FOR HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS/CENTRAL LOCKING )

Fig 2: Removing Switch For Hazard Warning System/Central Locking

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